“Based on record reviews and interviews, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that there were at least 3 out of 3 randomly selected dates that showed multiple rooms where the facility was operating outside of the 1:12…”California CCLD inspector, Feb 5, 2026 report. Quoted verbatim.
Nov 14, 2024Other visitCriticalSign-in and sign-out not keptCalifornia: Responsibility for Providing Care and Supervision · Type ACorrection due Nov 15, 2024
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KinderCare Learning Centers LLC
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6Critical findings
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20262 visits · 2 recorded findings
May 20, 2026Other visit1 finding
1596.8595
Minor
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that 3/5 children's records reviewed (Child 3 [C3], Child 4 [C4], Child 5 [C5]) did not contain the verification of receipt of licensing reports (LIC9224) for the Type A citations issued on the dates of: 7/10/24, 8/29/24, 9/17/24 (2 reports on this date), and 11/14/25. These children did not need these documents completed while they were enrolled in the infant program, however they did need them completed after transitioning to the preschool program during the year of 2025. This poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
A correction plan is recorded. No state verification date is shown.
Recorded plan of correction
Facility will to provide the authorized representatives of C3, C4, and C5 the entire reports dated 7/10/24, 8/29/24, 9/17/24 (2 reports on this date), and 11/14/25. Then, the facility agrees to submit proof (copies) of a completed LIC9224 that displays the dates of 7/10/24, 8/29/24, 9/17/24 (2 reports on this date), and 11/14/25 for C3, C4, and C5. This will be submitted to the Department by the POC due date.
Standard 1596.8595(c)(4) · 1596.8595
State severity
Type B
Corrected at visit
Not recorded
Correction due
Jun 1, 2026
Technical assistance
Not recorded
Finding source ID
ca:364807780:2026-05-20:1596.8595(c)(4):1
Visit source ID
ca:364807780:2026-05-20:other
Feb 5, 2026Complaint investigation · substantiated1 finding
Standard 101216.3(a)
Critical
Based on record reviews and interviews, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that there were at least 3 out of 3 randomly selected dates that showed multiple rooms where the facility was operating outside of the 1:12 teacher to preschool age child ratio for 5 minutes or more.
A correction plan is recorded. No state verification date is shown.
Recorded plan of correction
Facility will submit proof (copies) of a detailed plan on how they will prevent further instances of operating out of ratio, especially during the morning hours and transition times. This plan will include how & when the staff will contact management regarding ratio. This plan will be signed and dated by all staff members that work in the preschool age program. This will be submitted to the Department by the POC due date.
Standard 101216.3(a)
State severity
Type A
Corrected at visit
Not recorded
Correction due
Feb 6, 2026
Technical assistance
Not recorded
Finding source ID
ca:364807780:2026-02-05:101216.3(a):1
Visit source ID
ca:364807780:2026-02-05:report
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 5 which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
A correction plan is recorded. No state verification date is shown.
Recorded plan of correction
Director agrees to have staff 2 and staff 3 complete a health screening by POC date and send proof to LPA.
Standard 101216(g)(1) · Personnel Requirements
State severity
Type B
Corrected at visit
Not recorded
Correction due
Jul 26, 2023
Technical assistance
Not recorded
Finding source ID
ca:364807780:2023-07-12:101216(g)(1):1
Visit source ID
ca:364807780:2023-07-12:inspection
Apr 27, 2023Other visit
No findings recorded
Dec 30, 2022Other visit
1 finding
Standard 101700.3(b)(1)
Minor
Based on records review of required lead testing, the facility had lead values of 5.5 ppb or above on water outlet J (6 ppb)
This is a potential health and safety risk to persons in care.
A correction plan is recorded. No state verification date is shown.
Recorded plan of correction
Director has already replaced the water fountain on outlet J and is waiting to be restested. the sink will be used by staff and children for hand washing only. Director will submit new test results once received by POC date
Standard 101700.3(b)(1)
State severity
Type B
Corrected at visit
Not recorded
Correction due
Jan 30, 2023
Technical assistance
Not recorded
Finding source ID
ca:364807780:2022-12-30:101700.3(b)(1):1
Visit source ID
ca:364807780:2022-12-30:other
Dec 6, 2022Complaint investigation · substantiated
1 finding
Standard 101223(a)(2)
Critical
Based on interviews conducted and records review it was found that C2 had approximately 10 incidents, including bitting, scratching and hitting within a month period. Facility failed to provide a safe environment for the children in care.
This poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
A correction plan is recorded. No state verification date is shown.
Recorded plan of correction
Assistant Director agreed to have a written plan of action to elevate any further violations of personal rights. Plan is due to LPA by POC date
Standard 101223(a)(2)
State severity
Type A
Corrected at visit
Not recorded
Correction due
Dec 7, 2022
Technical assistance
Not recorded
Finding source ID
ca:364807780:2022-12-06:101223(a)(2):1
Visit source ID
ca:364807780:2022-12-06:report
Oct 14, 2022Complaint investigation · substantiated
1 finding
Standard 101229(a)(1)
Critical
Based on interviews conducted and documentation obtained, lack of supervision did result in a child being found in library/common area unattended by another staff.
This is an immediate risk to the health and safety of children in care.
A correction plan is recorded. No state verification date is shown.
Recorded plan of correction
Director agreed to conduct a training on section CCR 101229, lack of supervision, with all staff. Director will submit a copy of the staff roster once training is complete. Director submitted a copy of the write up/coaching regarding the incident with staff involved. Roster is due to CCL by POC date
Standard 101229(a)(1)
State severity
Type A
Corrected at visit
Not recorded
Correction due
Oct 17, 2022
Technical assistance
Not recorded
Finding source ID
ca:364807780:2022-10-14:101229(a)(1):1
Visit source ID
ca:364807780:2022-10-14:report
Jun 21, 2022Inspection
No findings recorded
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